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Drop-In Storytime

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us every Monday morning in the Storytime room for drop-in storytimes at 10am and 11am. We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and end with a simple paper craft. Craft materials ...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us every Monday morning in the Storytime room for drop-in storytimes at 10am and 11am. We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and end with a simple paper craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Health Talks with the Housatonic Valley Health District: Stress

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

April is National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Managing stress is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Join Public Health N...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures
Required
Event Details:

April is National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Managing stress is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Kids Who Code

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Kids Who Code is a 6 week computer science program series, where participants can  build confidence and have fun! We will grow our project management and problem-solving skill...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Kids Who Code is a 6 week computer science program series, where participants can  build confidence and have fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Babies & Books Storytime

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Babies & Books is a lapsit storytime for children 6 to 24 months and their parents/caregivers. Listen to short stories and songs.  This program is sponsored by the Frie...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Event Details:

Babies & Books is a lapsit storytime for children 6 to 24 months and their parents/caregivers. Listen to short stories and songs. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Technology Help with James Chapin

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reference Area at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology Help
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tutor Corner at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
TAB Meeting
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

This is our regular monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting for current members. What is TAB? A group of creative, energetic volunteers in Grades 6-12 who are interested ...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Tutor Corner
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: TAB Meeting
Required
Event Details:

This is our regular monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting for current members.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Time Storytime

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Toddler Time is for children ages 2 & 3 years and their parents/caregivers. Listen to stories and complete a small craft. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Sou...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Event Details:

Toddler Time is for children ages 2 & 3 years and their parents/caregivers. Listen to stories and complete a small craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Special Preview: The Friends of the Southbury Public Library's 2024 Book Sale

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 9:30am - 2:00pm
Lower Level at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Friends' Event, Book Sale
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

This Special Preview of the Friends of the Southbury Public Library's 2024 Book Sale is from 9:30am-2pm, open to anyone regardless of town of residency, and has a $2...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends' Event, Book Sale
Event Details:

This Special Preview of the Friends of the Southbury Public Library's 2024 Book Sale is from 9:30am-2pm, open to anyone regardless of town of residency, and has a $20 admission fee.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tunes & Tales

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and und...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join Miss Jen for a morning filled with music and stories! Children will sing, dance, and experiment with simple musical instruments. This program is recommended for ages 5 and under. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Technology Help with James Chapin

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reference Area at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology Help
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

The Friends of the Southbury Public Library's 2024 Book Sale

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Lower Level at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Friends' Event, Book Sale
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

This year's Book Sale has more than 100,000 items organized into several dozen categories, including fiction by author, biographies, history, and more. Additionally, there are thou...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends' Event, Book Sale
Event Details:

This year's Book Sale has more than 100,000 items organized into several dozen categories, including fiction by author, biographies, history, and more.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

The Friends of the Southbury Public Library's 2024 Book Sale

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Lower Level at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Friends' Event, Book Sale
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

This year's Book Sale has more than 100,000 items organized into several dozen categories, including fiction by author, biographies, history, and more. Additionally, there are thou...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends' Event, Book Sale
Event Details:

This year's Book Sale has more than 100,000 items organized into several dozen categories, including fiction by author, biographies, history, and more.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Make or Take Craft

All Day
Upstairs at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services department on Saturdays for our Open House Make or Take Craft. Make it here or bring home everything you'll need to make a fun and exciting thematic pape...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Upstairs
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services department on Saturdays for our Open House Make or Take Craft. Make it here or bring home everything you'll need to make a fun and exciting thematic paper craft. Appropriate for all ages.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

The Friends of the Southbury Public Library's 2024 Book Sale

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 9:30am - 3:30pm
Lower Level at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Friends' Event, Book Sale
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

This year's Book Sale has more than 100,000 items organized into several dozen categories, including fiction by author, biographies, history, and more. Additionally, there are thou...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends' Event, Book Sale
Event Details:

This year's Book Sale has more than 100,000 items organized into several dozen categories, including fiction by author, biographies, history, and more.

This event is in the "Children" group.

May the 4th Be With You! Star Wars Crafts

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join Jen for an afternoon of Star Wars-themed crafts!  This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Southbury Public Library.

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Join Jen for an afternoon of Star Wars-themed crafts! 

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Southbury Public Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

The Friends of the Southbury Public Library's 2024 Book Sale

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Lower Level at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Friends' Event, Book Sale
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

This year's Book Sale has more than 100,000 items organized into several dozen categories, including fiction by author, biographies, history, and more. Additionally, there are thou...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Lower Level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends' Event, Book Sale
Event Details:

This year's Book Sale has more than 100,000 items organized into several dozen categories, including fiction by author, biographies, history, and more.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Drop-In Storytime

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us every Monday morning in the Storytime room for drop-in storytimes at 10am and 11am. We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and end with a simple paper craft. Craft materials ...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us every Monday morning in the Storytime room for drop-in storytimes at 10am and 11am. We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and end with a simple paper craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Drop-In Storytime

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us every Monday morning in the Storytime room for drop-in storytimes at 10am and 11am. We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and end with a simple paper craft. Craft materials ...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us every Monday morning in the Storytime room for drop-in storytimes at 10am and 11am. We'll share books, rhymes, and songs and end with a simple paper craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Kids Who Code

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Workshop
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

This is the last program in this 6 week series, and is currently full.  Kids Who Code is a 6 week computer science program series, where participants can  build confid...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Workshop
Event Details:

This is the last program in this 6 week series, and is currently full. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Technology Help with James Chapin

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Reference Area at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Help
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Reference Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Technology Help
Event Details:

Come by on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Technology Help with local tech expert James Chapin.  No registration is required and people are helped first come first served. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Finding Emotional Balance in Today's World

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a talk on resilience with Bob Schmidt, LPC.  Explore the things you can do when you are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed.  Learn more about sleep, resil...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a talk on resilience with Bob Schmidt, LPC.  Explore the things you can do when you are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed.  Learn more about sleep, resilience, and finding meaning and purpose

This event is in the "Children" group.

ARTuesday

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Do you love art? Join us between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm in the Storytime room for a playful, messy, and expressive art experience where there is no right or wrong. Come play a...

Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you love art? Join us between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm in the Storytime room for a playful, messy, and expressive art experience where there is no right or wrong.

Come play and experiment with a variety of art mediums and themes.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Entrepreneurship 101

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kingsley Room A/B at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to start your own business? Whether you want to develop an exciting new product or shape up your side hustle, join us for this talk with Hugh Tansey, who has e...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Kingsley Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Lectures
Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to start your own business?

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Nonfiction Book Club

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Brown Room at Southbury Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Nonfiction Book Club:

With no registration required, new members are always welcome to the Nonfiction Book Club. Copies of this month’s book are available at the Circulation Desk.

Event Details:

This month we'll be discussing How to Stand Up to a Dictator: The Fight for Our Future by Maria Ressa. Print copies are available at the Circulation Desk. Like all Southbur...

Required
Library Branch: Southbury Public Library
Room: Brown Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required

Nonfiction Book Club

With no registration required, new members are always welcome to the Nonfiction Book Club. Copies of this month’s book are available at the Circulation Desk.

Event Details:

This month we'll be discussing How to Stand Up to a Dictator: The Fight for Our Future by Maria Ressa. Print copies are available at the Circulation Desk.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.